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Oamaru-Tussock Loop – Kaimanawa Forest Park

Date: 6 - 9 February 2025.
Trip type: Tramp(M).
Location: Kaimanawa Forest Park.
Author: James.
Trampers: James, Ashley.

Thursday 6th Feb Making the most of a 4-day weekend, we set off early from Wellington and enjoyed a scenic drive up to Helisika (Poronui Station) on Taharua Rd, off SH5. This location is in Hawke’s Bay, near Taupo. With the Desert Road closed for maintenance, we made detoured through Tongariro National Park and enjoyed the … Read more

Kaweka Kaimanawa Traverse

Date: 26-31 October 2019.
Trip type: Medium-Fit .
Location: Kaimanawa Forest Park and Kaweka Forest Park.
Author: Aimee.
Trampers: Sarah and Marie (co-leaders), Aimee, Emily, Megan B, Ian, Craig and Illona.

Are we on the right track? Our journey began with a traffic jam at Kaimanawa Road end. Being Labour Weekend, every man and his dog (literally – we were joined by a gorgeous kelpie) was out tramping. After a skillful 100 point turn, our shuttle driver deposited us at the beginning of the Umukarikari track. … Read more